# Chapter 1. Welcome to KDE

The KDE team welcomes you to user-friendly Unix computing.

# 1.1. Welcome to the K Desktop Environment

## 1.1.1. Information about KDE

KDE is a powerful graphical desktop environment for Unix workstations. A KDE desktop combines ease of use, contemporary functionality and outstanding graphical design with the technological superiority of the Unix operating system.

What is the K Desktop Environment?

Contacting the KDE Project

Supporting the KDE Project

Useful links

## 1.1.2. Getting the most out of KDE

### 1.1.2.1. General documentation

A Quick Start Guide to the Desktop

KDE User's guide

Frequently asked questions

### 1.1.2.2. Basic applications

Desktop Panel

Control Center

File Manager

Window Manager